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Iran Embassy Lowers Flag After Khamenei's Death in US-Israeli Strikes

The Iranian Embassy in New Delhi has lowered its flag to half-mast following the confirmed death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in airstrikes. The embassy blamed the United States and Israel for the "cowardly" aerial operations targeting locations within Iran, including civilian infrastructure. It warned that strikes on Tehran and other cities are expected to continue in the coming days. Iranian authorities have advised citizens to remain calm, avoid crowds, and assured that arrangements are in place for essential supplies.

Key Points: Iran Embassy in Delhi Lowers Flag After Khamenei Killed

  • Embassy confirms Khamenei's death
  • Blames US and "Zionist regime"
  • Warns of continued strikes
  • Advises citizens to stay calm
  • Govt assures essential supplies
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Embassy of Iran in New Delhi lowers flag to half-mast to honour Ayotollah Khamenei after fatal airstrikes in Tehran

Iranian Embassy in New Delhi lowers flag to half-mast mourning Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed in US-Israeli airstrikes in Tehran.

"the steadfast nation of Iran would surrender to their ignoble demands through such cowardly actions - Iranian Embassy Statement"

New Delhi, March 1

The Iranian Embassy in New Delhi on Sunday, in a diplomatic gesture of grief, has lowered its flag to half-mast as a mark of respect and mourning following the official confirmation of the demise of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in Israeli and US strikes.

The Iranian Embassy in India on Saturday had unequivocally refuted any chance of "surrender" to the "ignoble" demands of Israel and the United States of laying down their arms and surrendering.

The Iranian embassy in a statement said that the United States, in collaboration with the "corrupt Zionist regime" of Israel carried out aerial operations in the country targeting "certain locations," including in civilian infrastructure. The operations across Tehran and Iranian cities are expected to continue in the coming days, the statement added.

"This morning, the courageous nation of Iran witnessed an aerial operation carried out by the brutal regime of the United States, in collaboration with the corrupt Zionist regime, targeting certain locations within the country. This malicious act took place once again during the course of negotiations, reflecting the enemy's mistaken belief that the steadfast nation of Iran would surrender to their ignoble demands through such cowardly actions," the embassy said in an official statement of the Supreme National Security Council of the Islamic Republic of Iran.

"According to information obtained regarding the plans of these two corrupt regimes, their operations in Tehran and certain other cities are expected to continue," the embassy said while sharing the statement.

The Embassy also advised its citizens to remain calm and travel to other areas which are safe from the "aggression" of Israel and the USA. It also advised that people should.

"The Government of the Islamic Republic of Iran has made prior arrangements to ensure the provision of all essential needs of society. There is no cause for concern regarding the supply of basic necessities. Citizens are requested to refrain from crowding shopping centers, as such gatherings may pose potential risks," the statement read.

Meanwhile, schools and universities have been closed due to the ongoing strikes. The statement read that banks will continue to operate as usual, and government offices will operate at 50 per cent capacity "for the time being."

- ANI

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Priyanka N
The embassy lowering the flag is a standard diplomatic protocol, and India respects that. But we must be very careful. This conflict is far from our borders, and we should not get drawn into it. Our focus should be on the safety of Indians in the region and our own national interests.
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Aman W
Very concerning news. Any escalation in West Asia directly impacts global oil prices and our economy. Hope our government is taking necessary steps to secure our energy supplies. This could hit the common man's pocket hard.
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Sarah B
Reading this from a security perspective, the advisory for citizens to move to safe areas is telling. The situation seems volatile. I appreciate the embassy sharing this information transparently. Hope for de-escalation soon.
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Vikram M
While we express condolences, we must also remember India's stance. We have good relations with many nations in the region and also with the US. Our diplomacy should be balanced. This is a time for skilled foreign policy, not taking sides.
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Kiran H
The language in the statement is very strong – "corrupt Zionist regime", "brutal regime". While understandable given the context, it does make one wonder about the path forward for peace. Civilians always suffer the most in these conflicts. A sad situation all around.

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